ESC 1027A - Geology I

Institution:

Dowling College (Closed)

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Description:

4 credits An introduction to geologic materials and processes which result in volcanism, plate tectonics, mountain formation, and glaciation. Investigations will include geologic time, the evolution of the earth, atmosphere, and climate, the structure and composition of the earth's interior, the rock cycle, and the dynamics of erosion, transport, and depo sition. Laboratories emphasize identification and characterization of rocks and minerals, plotting radioactive dating graphs, creation and interpreta tion of topographic maps, and telescopic observations of lunar and plan etary surfaces. One laboratory period per week. Prerequisite: MTH 1002A or 1014A. Offered: 2008 - 2010.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

WWW.DOWLING.EDU

Phone Number:

(631) 244-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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